Day 2 Highlights: Goa, Bengal, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand Shine in Sub-junior Women’s Hockey Championship
Synopsis
The 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women National Championship 2026 saw exciting matches as Goans Hockey, Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh, and Hockey Uttarakhand all recorded significant victories. Discover the key moments from Day 2 in Ranchi.
Key Takeaways
Goans Hockey won 6-3 against Telangana in Division 'C'.
Hockey Bengal secured a narrow 1-0 win over Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
Hockey Chandigarh dominated with a 12-1 victory against Hockey Gujarat.
Hockey Uttarakhand triumphed 6-1 over Hockey Karnataka.
Strong performances highlighted the competitive nature of the championship.
Ranchi, April 2 (NationPress) In the ongoing 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women National Championship 2026, Goans Hockey clinched a victory in Division 'C', while Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh, and Hockey Uttarakhand each celebrated wins in their Division 'B' matches on the second day of the event held in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
The action commenced with a Pool A, Division 'C' encounter, where Goans Hockey triumphed over Telangana Hockey with a score of 6-3 at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Munda International Astro-turf Stadium. Goans captain Dellina Mendes made a notable impact by scoring two goals (40', 41'), alongside Bertila Kerketta, who also found the net twice (48', 52'). For Telangana Hockey, Seema Tirkey (3') and Vidya Kumari (16') contributed to the scoreboard, while Anandi Mahanand (30', 36') and Navyashri Akula (15') added further goals for Telangana.
In the Division ‘B’, Pool A match, Hockey Bengal secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu Hockey, with captain Puja Kumari Shaw netting the decisive goal in the second quarter at the 21-minute mark.
Later, Hockey Chandigarh showcased their dominance in a Division ‘B’, Pool B match, achieving an impressive 12-1 victory over Hockey Gujarat. The goal tally for Chandigarh featured captain Kafi (38', 46', 55', 60'), Annu (9', 30'), Aanchal (12', 14'), Nancy Kashyap (13', 18'), Bhawana (10'), and Yasmin Sharma (20'). Niyati Parmar, the captain of Hockey Gujarat, scored the lone goal in the 23rd minute.
Lastly, Hockey Uttarakhand emerged victorious against Hockey Karnataka with a score of 6-1 in their Pool B, Division 'B' match. Kareena made headlines with an early hat trick, scoring in the 10th, 12th, and 17th minutes. Additional contributions came from captain Minakshi (7'), Devyani Joshi (53'), and Diya (60'). The sole goal for Karnataka was netted by Preeti Neelaraddi in the 31st minute.
On the preceding Day 1, teams including Delhi, Dadra and Nagar Haveli & Daman and Diu, Chandigarh, Uttarakhand, and Jammu and Kashmir all celebrated victories in their respective pool matches of this national sub-junior championship.
Point of View
I observe that the second day of the Hockey India Sub-junior Women National Championship has delivered competitive spirit and exceptional performances. Teams showcased their skills, contributing to an exciting tournament atmosphere. The outcomes set a vibrant tone for the upcoming matches.
NationPress
20 Jun 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What teams won on Day 2 of the championship?
On Day 2, Goans Hockey, Hockey Bengal, Hockey Chandigarh, and Hockey Uttarakhand emerged victorious in their respective matches.
Where is the championship being held?
The 16th Hockey India Sub-junior Women National Championship 2026 is taking place in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
Who scored the most goals in the Chandigarh vs Gujarat match?
Captain Kafi scored four goals for Hockey Chandigarh in their 12-1 victory over Hockey Gujarat.
What was the final score of the Uttarakhand vs Karnataka match?
Hockey Uttarakhand defeated Hockey Karnataka with a score of 6-1.
Which player had a hat trick on Day 2?
Kareena from Hockey Uttarakhand scored a hat trick, netting three goals in the match against Hockey Karnataka.
